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John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:1-30

The Prisoner Apostle in Rome§ 1. Address and Salutation (Philippians 1:1-2).Philippians 1:1, Philippians 1:2. The form of greeting in Philippians 1:1-2 is that common to the Epistles of the third group.1. To all the saints] holy persons—consecrated to God as all Christian believers are. This and similar emphatic expressions (in Philippians 1:3-4, Philippians 1:7-8, Philippians 1:25, chapter Philippians 4:2) show that the entire Church, despite differences between its members (Philippians 2:2-3;... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:2-26

[2.Statement of St. Paul’s condition at Rome (Philippians 1:12-26).(1) THE RAPID PROGRESS OF THE GOSPEL through his bonds, and through the preaching of others, whether in strife or in goodwill (Philippians 1:12-18).(2)HIS REJOICING THEREAT; his desire to depart and be with Christ, and his confidence, nevertheless, that he will abide in the flesh and see them again (Philippians 1:19-26).](12-18) In these verses St. Paul, evidently anxious that the Philippians should not “faint at his... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:3-8

(3-8) In these verses St. Paul strikes that keynote of joy and confidence, which is dominant throughout the whole Epistle, and which is singularly remarkable when we remember that it was written in captivity, in enforced absence from the familiar and well-loved scenes of his apostolic labour, and with the knowledge of faction and jealousy, taking advantage of that absence. The words “joy” and “rejoice” occur no less than thirteen times in this short Epistle; they express what his own feeling... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:8

(8) God is my record.—We have a similar adjuration in Romans 1:9; 2 Corinthians 1:23; 1 Thessalonians 2:5; 1 Thessalonians 2:10. These instances show in what sense St. Paul interpreted such commands as the “swear not at all” of Matthew 5:34.In the bowels of Jesus Christ.—The use of the word, which we translate (not very happily or correctly) by “bowels,” is common with St. Paul. (See 2 Corinthians 6:12; 2 Corinthians 7:15; Colossians 3:12; Philemon 1:7; Philemon 1:12; Philemon 1:20.) It... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:9

(9) That your love may abound more and more in knowledge.—The original verb here signifies to “overflow,” a sense which our word “abound” properly has, but has in general usage partially lost; and St. Paul’s meaning clearly is that love shall not only primarily fill the heart, but “overflow” in secondary influence on the spiritual understanding. (1) The “knowledge” here spoken of is the knowledge gradually rising to perfection, so constantly alluded to in these Epistles. (See Ephesians 1:17,... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:9-11

(9, 10) If we study carefully the opening thanksgivings and prayers of St. Paul’s Epistles, we may note that he always thanks God for what is strong in the Church to which he writes, and prays God for the supply of that in which it is weak. Here he thanks God for the characteristic enthusiasm and large-heartedness of the Philippians; he prays for their advance in knowledge, perception, judgment—the more intellectual and thoughtful side of the Christian character—in which they, and perhaps the... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:10

(10) That ye may be sincere and without offence.—This St. Paul contemplates as the result of thoughtful and discriminating judgment. The word “sincere” (used only here and in 2 Peter 1:3), and the corresponding substantive, “sincerity” (1 Corinthians 5:8; 2 Corinthians 1:12; 2 Corinthians 2:17), although there is some uncertainty as to their derivation, undoubtedly signify purity tested and found clear of all base admixtures. The word “without offence” is used in Acts 24:16 (“a conscience void... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:11

(11) The fruits of righteousness is an Old Testament phrase (see Proverbs 11:30; Amos 6:12), used also in James 3:18; Hebrews 12:11. It may mean (as in these last two passages) “righteousness as a result,” or (in the common sense of “fruit”) the “result of righteousness.” As the participle is properly “having been filled,” thus referring, not to the future day of Christ, but to the whole time which that day shall complete, the former sense seems preferable. The righteousness which is “through... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Philippians 1:1-30

The Epistle to the Philippians The Saints of God (for All Saints' Eve) Philippians 1:1 To-morrow is the day of All Saints. For quite a thousand years the churches of the West have given the first of November to this great commemoration, illuminating the declining and darkening year with the spiritual splendour of the thought of these exalted multitudes who have outsoared our shadows into the light of God. For it is with the holy ones departed that the festival, beyond a doubt, was primarily... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:3-11

Chapter 2THE APOSTLE’S MIND ABOUT THE PHILIPPIANS.Philippians 1:3-11 (R.V.)AFTER the salutation, the first thing in the Epistle is a warm utterance of the feelings and the desires which Paul habitually cherishes in relation to his converts at Philippi. This is expressed in Philippians 1:3-11.Note the course of thought, in Philippians 1:3 he declares his thankfulness and in ver. 4 (Philippians 1:4) his prayerfulness on their behalf; and he puts these two together, without as yet saying why he... read more

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Philippians 1:1-30

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:2-26

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:3-8

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:8

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:9

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:9-11

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:10

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philippians 1:11

Expositor's Dictionary of Texts - Philippians 1:1-30

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Philippians 1:3-11

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